Wellbeing and Nutrition Consultant – KTP Associate

Job title:

Wellbeing and Nutrition Consultant – KTP Associate

Company

University of Reading

Job description

Full-time, Fixed Term for 36 monthsClosing date: 23:59 GMT on Monday 8th SeptemberJoin a Groundbreaking Wellness Innovation Project at Nirvana SpaThis exciting opportunity is part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) funded by Innovate UK and Nirvana Spa. We’re seeking a passionate and driven individual to lead a transformative 36-month project based primarily at Nirvana Spa, one of the UK’s premier destinations for health, wellness, and relaxation, located in Sindlesham, Wokingham, Berkshire.As part of this strategic initiative, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering bespoke wellness packages that combine spa therapies, nutritional guidance, and educational programs all underpinned by cutting-edge scientific research. You’ll work closely with the academic team from the University of Reading’s School of Psychology and Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, visiting the university approximately 3-4 days per month.What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the development of innovative wellness programs that enhance both mental and physical health.
• Conducting studies to evaluate the effectiveness of these programs, applying principles of behavioural change and nutritional science.
• Becoming a subject matter expert in integrating health psychology and food science into a spa environment.
• Influencing business practices by providing evidence-based insights and guidance to Nirvana Spa’s leadership team.

Your TeamYou’ll be employed by the University of Reading, but will work within the Marketing team at Nirvana Spa.

• Academic Supervisors: Dr Daniel Lamport (School of Psychology), Prof Jeremy Spencer (Food and Nutritional Sciences), Dr Katie Barfoot (School of Psychology)
• Business Supervisors: Claire Prevost (Head of Marketing), Joanna Powley (Head of Finance)

Professional DevelopmentWe’re committed to your growth. You’ll benefit from:

• A £6,000 personal training budget tailored to your development goals.
• Access to residential management skills training.
• Mentorship from leading experts in psychology, nutrition, and marketing.

About Nirvana SpaNirvana Spa & Leisure Limited offers a truly unique wellness experience, featuring world-class facilities including the renowned Dead Sea Salt Therapy Pool. Learn more at nirvanacollection.co.uk.Who We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for a proactive and knowledgeable individual who can bridge academic insight with practical application in a commercial wellness setting. You should have:

• A strong academic background with a Master’s degree or PhD in Psychology and/or Nutritional Sciences, or equivalent professional work experience.

• A genuine passion for wellness and innovation with demonstrable knowledge of how behavioural science and or nutritional science can be used to promote health and wellbeing.
• The ability to apply research skills and interpret complex information to support business objectives and projects.
• The ability to manage complex projects with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills with experience of engaging with a range of diverse audiences.
• Commercial awareness gained through working with industry partners, contributing to commercial projects, or operating within a business environment.

Contact Name – Dr Daniel LamportContact Job Title – Associate ProfessorContact Email address –Alternative Contact Name – Dr Katie BarfootAlternative Contact Job Title – LecturerAlternative Contact Email address –Please note interviews will be held in person at Nirvana Spa (Wokingham, Berkshire) on Thursday 25th September 2025The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Expected salary

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 02:22:49 GMT

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